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Politics AS and A Level at The Latimer Arts College

Course description

Politics has always been regarded as an activity that has the potential to be a little ‘dirty’. Our politicians are increasingly seen as dishonest, obsessed with spin and image rather than real issues that affect ordinary people. This is your chance to gain
a better understanding of British politics and judge for yourself whether it deserves its ‘dirty’ image. You will be able to make informed choices at election time and help reverse the dramatic decline in voter turnout.

Course content

The new AS course consists of two modules:

GOVP1 – People and Participation:

Participation and voting behaviour

Electoral systems and reform

Political parties

GOVP2 – Features of a Representative Democracy

The British Constitution

Parliament

The Core Executive (prime minister, cabinet, civil service)

Pressure groups and protest movements

Multi-level governance (local and devolved government in the UK and the European Union)

The A2 course also consists of two modules:

GOV3A – The Politics of the USA

The electoral process and direct democracy

Political parties

Voting behaviour

Pressure Groups

GOV4A – The Government of the USA

The Constitution and Federalism

Congress

The Presidency

The Supreme Court

Entry requirements

GCSE English Grade B. GCSE History Grade B desirable but not essential

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact The Latimer Arts College directly.

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